Definition
柔和 (róu hé) means soft and gentle in a way that is pleasing to the senses — used for light, sound, texture, or a person's character. Unlike 软 (ruǎn) and 柔软 (róu ruǎn), which describe physical softness, 柔和 emphasizes a smooth, mellow quality. It also differs from 温柔 (wēn róu), which only applies to a person's tender demeanor, and from 温和 (wēn hé), which is broader (climate, policies).
adjective
softgentle (of light, sound, texture, or character)
Examples
- 柔和。Zhè jiàn máoyī mō qǐlai hěn róu hé.This sweater feels very soft.
- 柔和。Tā yòng róu hé de yǔqì ānwèi zhe wǒ.She comforted me with a gentle tone.
- 柔和。Huánghūn de guāngxiàn fēicháng róu hé.The twilight light is very soft.
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